An individual who goes through life as a loner with no motivation to interact with others but with relatively normal behavior and beliefs is likely to be diagnosed with ________ personality disorder.
A)histrionic
B)narcissistic
C)schizoid
D)paranoid

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The symptoms described indicate schizoid personality disorder, which is characterized by a pervasive pattern of detachment from social relationships and a restricted range of emotional expression, with no significant delusions or hallucinations. Histrionic and narcissistic personality disorders involve more dramatic and attention-seeking behaviors, while paranoid personality disorder involves more pervasive distrust and suspicion of others.

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